Coughs, Colds & Sore Throats
If your cold symptoms seem to be lasting a long time, or you have any of the following symptoms, call the Health Service or see your own health care provider.
A fever greater than 100 degrees or shaking chills
A persistent cough that seems to be getting worse
You cough up greenish or bloody sputum
A history of T.B. or a recent change to a positive T.B. test
Shortness of breath or wheezing
Chest pain
Exposure to strep throat
A persistent sore throat or severe discomfort
Enlarged lymph glands on the back of your head or side of your neck
Ear or facial pain
Fatigue lasting more than a week
Vomiting or diarrhea
History of rheumatic fever or rheumatic heart disease
White spots on your tonsils
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